Lead Agile Coach

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kentucky.

📋 Description

• Spearhead enterprise-level Agile transformation initiatives and advocate for the adoption of Agile principles, practices, and mindset.

• Mentor leaders, teams, and stakeholders on Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, and Lean Agile best practices.

• Design and implement Agile training programs, workshops, and coaching materials.

• Assist with organizational change management and communication efforts related to Agile implementation.

• Direct teams through Agile maturity evaluations, continuous improvement initiatives, and delivery optimization.

• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, planning sessions, retrospectives, and strategic workshops.

• Collaborate with executives and business leaders to formulate strategies that enhance collaboration, predictability, transparency, and delivery outcomes.

• Deliver hands-on coaching for high-stakes projects and strategic initiatives.

• Establish and advocate for Agile governance, metrics, and best practices throughout the organization.

• Identify and eliminate organizational obstacles to boost team performance and Agile adoption.

• Cultivate a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on Agile methodologies and industry trends.

• Develop tools and lead training sessions showcasing the application of Agile methodologies in everyday tasks.

• Provide guidance to executives on functional strategies and complex organizational challenges.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Organizational Development, or a related field.

• Over 8 years of professional experience in Agile delivery, project management, organizational transformation, or related areas.

• More than 5 years of experience in coaching Agile teams and leaders within enterprise settings.

• Proven experience leading enterprise Agile transformation initiatives across various teams.

• Familiarity with Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe methodologies.

• Demonstrated ability to influence executive leadership and senior stakeholders.

• Experience in facilitating organizational change management and communication strategies.

• Expertise in coaching teams through intricate business and technology transformations.

• Previous experience leading large-scale strategic programs and enhancing their effectiveness.

• Reliable internet service with a minimum of 25 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speed.

• Capability to work from a designated area free from continuous interruptions to safeguard member PHI/HIPAA information.

• Preferred: SPC, CSP, CSM, PMI-ACP, or equivalent Agile certifications.

• Preferred: Experience in leading OCM programs.

• Preferred: Experience in supporting large enterprise transformation initiatives.

• Preferred: Background in coaching executive leadership teams.

• Preferred: Experience within healthcare, financial services, or other regulated sectors.

• Preferred: Master’s degree in business administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.

🏝️ Benefits

• Bonus incentive plan based on both company and/or individual performance.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Paid time off.

• Company and personal holidays.

• Paid parental and caregiver leave.

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.

• Life insurance.

• Personal wellness and intelligent healthcare decision support.

• Remote work arrangement.

• Occasional travel to Humana offices for training or meetings.